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Laboratory Animal Technician II - MaineHealth Institute for Research
MaineHealth
Scarborough (ME)
On-site
USD 35,000 - 50,000
Full time
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Job summary
MaineHealth Institute for Research is seeking a Laboratory Animal Technician II to oversee daily operations in their Animal Facility. This onsite role involves humane treatment and care of laboratory mice, working alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, accredited environment. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Animal Science and relevant certification or willingness to obtain it.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Competency in essential functions of a Laboratory Animal Technician I.
- Active ALAT Certification preferred.
- Must obtain AALAS certification within 3 years if not already certified.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the operation of the Animal Facility and ensure proper care of 7,000 mice.
- Rotate between cage maintenance and husbandry responsibilities.
Skills
Education
Job description
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Description
Service/Maintenance Support
Req #: 36741
Summary
Summary:
This Lab Animal Tech II position is designed for someone interested in participating in the day-to-day operation of the MaineHealth Institute for Research (MHIR) Animal Facility, under general supervision of the Animal Facility Manager. The MHIR Animal Facility supports research projects from our 20 Principal Investigator-driven research labs. We have world-class scientists working on the most advanced biomedical problems.The Lab Animal Tech in this position works on a team to help ensure proper care and humane treatment of approximately 7,000 mice during their use in our research. The MHIR Animal Facility is proudly and fully accredited by the Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International (AAALAC). This is a swing position and is designed for someone interested in rotating between cage maintenance and husbandry responsibilities, which depend on the Animal Facility volume and needs.
This position is a fully onsite role at our Scarborough, ME research facility.
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Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Associate's Degree in an Animal Science program preferred.
- License/Certifications: Active ALAT Certification preferred. If not actively ALAT certified, must obtain the AALAS Assistant Laboratory Technician (ALAT) certification within 3 years of start date.
- Experience: Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Laboratory Animal Technician I role.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.
If you have questions about this role, please contact Lauren E. Robare at lauren.robare@mainehealth.org
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